How many kilos of olives does an arbequina olive tree produce?
At Mas Montseny, one of the most common questions we hear is: “How many kilos of olives can I expect from an Arbequina olive tree?” Whether you’re planning to plant trees or just curious about their yield, here’s a clear, real-data-based explanation to guide you.
It depends on age and cultivation type
Arbequina olive trees are known for being highly productive, but the yield varies depending on several key factors:
- Age of the tree
- Type of cultivation (traditional, intensive or super-intensive)
- Climate and soil conditions
- Agricultural practices (irrigation, pruning, fertilization, etc.)
– Young trees (3–5 years)
Between years 3 and 5, Arbequina trees begin to produce their first fruits. At this stage, they yield roughly 5 to 15 kg of olives per tree.
– Mature trees (6–20 years)
When fully established and properly maintained, an Arbequina tree can yield 20 to 50 kg of olives per year, depending on irrigation and management practices.
– Intensive and super-intensive farming
In modern farms with drip irrigation, mechanized pruning and high-density planting, yields can reach 10,000 to 12,000 kg of olives per hectare. This translates to around 6–8 kg per tree in super-intensive systems, but with many more trees per hectare.
How much oil per kilo of olives?
After harvesting, many people wonder: how many liters of oil can you get from that?
The oil yield of Arbequina olives generally ranges between 16% and 22%.
This means that from 100 kg of olives, you can extract 16 to 22 liters of extra virgin olive oil. So a mature tree producing 40 kg of olives could yield 6 to 9 liters of oil, depending on the harvest conditions.
Productivity matters — but balance is key
Olive trees tend to alternate between high-yield and low-yield years — a phenomenon known as alternate bearing. At Mas Montseny, we focus on maintaining tree health and consistency, aiming for balanced, reliable harvests year after year.
Need help? Mas Montseny can assist
If you’re thinking about planting Arbequina olive trees or looking to improve the yield of existing ones, Mas Montseny is here to help. We offer expert advice, healthy seedlings and decades of hands-on experience.
